Parenting / Childcare
In Japan, there are various government services to support parenting. Specific services depend on the municipality, so please consult the local municipal office where you live.
- Learn about childcare support services → Guide for Ukrainian Displaced Persons by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of Japan（Japanese / English / Ukrainian）
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Phone calls
Anyone can make a call using public telephones. They can be found in public facilities including stations, parks, and municipal offices. If you own a SIM-free phone, which can be u(...)
Access to the Internet
Free Service Most hotels offer free-WiFi. Albeit being less compared to other countries and concentrated in urban areas, public WiFi exists in public facilities like libraries and(...)
Refugee Status
Seeking asylum abroad is a fundamental right under international law. Japan is a signatory state of the Refugee Convention, so the Japanese Government has a responsibility to those(...)
Education
In Japan, access to education is granted to all. Tuition at public schools is free for elementary and junior high schools, which are compulsory education programs in Japan. If you(...)
Opening a Bank Account
To open a bank account in Japan, you must go to the bank counter. You may be asked to provide an identification paper, documents showing your address and period of stay（e.g. reside(...)
